Roy M. Enhancing preoperative patient education through virtual reality: A leap forward in nursing practice. World J Clin Cases 2024; 12(34): 6744-6747 [DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i34.6744]
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Mainak Roy, MBBS, MS, Doctor, Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Plot number 2, Sector 20, Mihan, Nagpur 441108, Mahārāshtra, India. mainakroy30@gmail.com
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Computer Science, Information Systems
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Letter to the Editor
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World J Clin Cases. Dec 6, 2024; 12(34): 6744-6747 Published online Dec 6, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i34.6744
Enhancing preoperative patient education through virtual reality: A leap forward in nursing practice
Mainak Roy
Mainak Roy, Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Nagpur, Nagpur 441108, Mahārāshtra, India
Author contributions: Roy M conceptualized the editorial, conducted literature review, and finalized the manuscript for submission.
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Corresponding author: Mainak Roy, MBBS, MS, Doctor, Department of Orthopaedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Plot number 2, Sector 20, Mihan, Nagpur 441108, Mahārāshtra, India. mainakroy30@gmail.com
Received: August 3, 2024 Revised: September 15, 2024 Accepted: September 27, 2024 Published online: December 6, 2024 Processing time: 69 Days and 12.5 Hours
Abstract
Integration of virtual reality (VR) technology into preoperative patient education has shown potential to improve nursing practice. The study by Kim et al examines the impact of VR on nurse satisfaction, usability, and burnout. A prospective study involving 20 nurses and 80 patients was conducted, comparing traditional paper-based education with VR-based education in the plastic surgery ward at Chungnam National University Hospital. Findings demonstrated that VR significantly enhanced satisfaction and usability among nurses, while also reducing emotional exhaustion, a critical factor in nurse burnout. Consistency in education quality was also improved, ensuring uniform patient care. These results underscore the importance of VR in reducing the stress of repetitive tasks, improving job satisfaction, and potentially enhancing nurse retention. Future research should explore the broader applications of VR in healthcare and address the logistical challenges of integrating this technology into routine clinical practice. The study by Kim et al highlights VR’s transformative potential in preoperative education for both patients and healthcare providers.
Core Tip: Virtual reality (VR) technology significantly enhances preoperative patient education by improving nurse satisfaction and usability while reducing burnout. The study by Kim et al highlights that VR-based methods offer superior ease of use and confidence for nurses compared to traditional paper-based approaches, and effectively decrease emotional exhaustion. VR's ability to deliver consistent, engaging educational content makes it a promising tool for improving both patient and provider experiences in healthcare settings.
